Carneal Drew Foundation
Historical FunderRichmond, Virginia · EIN 54-6051095 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MEADE SPOTTS |
|---|---|
| Address | 6061 RIVER ROAD, RICHMOND VA 23226 |
| Phone | 8046972080 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST, ENCLOSE LETTER OR BROCHURE OUTLINING ACTIVITIES. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
5% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Baptist Church | Richmond, VA | Discretionary fund | $13,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General fund | $4,000 |
| Virginia Public Access Project | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Mcshin Foundation | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Cadet Foundation | Yorktown, VA | General fund | $2,000 |
| Chesapeake Academy | Irvington, VA | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Carmel Baptist Church | Ruther Glen, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| New Dublin Pres Church | Dublin, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| William Mary Law School | Williamsburg, VA | Scholarship fund. | $1,000 |
| Randolph Macon College Foundation | Ashland, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| James River Association | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Wildlife Foundation of Virginia | Norge, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Crossover Ministries | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientist | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| National Right to Work Fdn | Springfield, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Virginia Sheriff's Institute | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of Hollywood Cemetery | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Vpi School of Veterinary Medicine | Blacksburg, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Virginia Industry Foundation | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Second Church of Christ Scientist | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Hampden Sydney College | Hampdensydney, VA | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| City Worship Center | Kilmarnock, VA | General fund | $1,000 |
| The John Randolph Foundation | Hopewell, VA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Virginia Military Aviation Museum | Virginia Beach, VA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Wl Foundation Inc | Lexington, VA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Partners International Foundation | Yorktown, VA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Virginia National Guard Museum | Richmond, VA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Tuckahoe Rescue Squad | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $500 |
| Lower Middlesex Volunteer Fire Dept | Deltaville, VA | Operating fund | $500 |
| Marine Corps Heritage Fdn | Triangle, VA | Operating fund | $500 |
| Coal Miners Heritage Assn | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $500 |
| YMCA of Greater Richmond | Richmond, VA | General fund | $500 |
| Veritas School | Richmond, VA | Operating fund | $500 |
| St John's Church Foundation | Richmond, VA | General fund | $500 |
| Northstar Academy | Glen Allen, VA | General fund | $500 |
| National Museum of the US Army | Arlington, VA | General fund | $500 |
| Sorensen Institute Uva | Charlotteville, VA | General fund | $500 |
| Savannah Childrens Theatre | Savannah, GA | General fund | $500 |
The return also lists 13 grants to individuals ($15,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $66,000 | 51 |
| 2023 | $60,500 | 53 |
| 2022 | $56,500 | 49 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 30, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610139349100811
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-6051095
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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